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Business as UNusualPreventing BurnoutIn this episode, host Aicila dives into the often misunderstood concept of burnout and its implications in the world of business. She offers insights into recognizing burnout's early signs, identifies common triggers, and suggests effective strategies to prevent and mitigate its effects. The discussion underscores the importance of self-care and aligning personal values with work in order to sustain energy and innovation in entrepreneurship.Topics discussed in this episode:Recognizing the early signs and symptoms of burnoutUnderstanding the root causes and triggers of burnoutStrategies for preventing and recovering from burnoutThe importance of self-care and personal...2025-04-0712 min
BiCureanFrom Entitlement to Equality: Navigating Modern MeritocracyNot Dinner Conversations with G and Aicila covers the topics considered too impolite for the family dinner table. This week, the episode dives into the concept of meritocracy and how it is currently being used in political agendas, particularly by the present administration in the U.S. G and Aicila discuss the myth of meritocracy, emphasizing that the system often excludes non-elite individuals based on inherited leadership and wealth rather than true merit. They highlight how meritocracy is being used as a weapon to discourage diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, despite these offering more genuine opportunities for advancement...2025-03-061h 15
Business as UNusualOptimize Your EnergyIn this episode of Business as UNusual, host Alicia dives into techniques to optimize your energy for sustainable business growth. Learn how to streamline your workflow by auditing your energy, leveraging automation, and employing effective delegation strategies. Alicia shares enlightening anecdotes and actionable tips to help you work smarter, not harder, and create more time for what truly matters. Explore how minor adjustments can lead to major impacts in your business efficiency.Topics discussed in this episode:Streamlining for sustainable growth: From flowcharts to action The impact of simple changes on business outcomes Systems that...2025-03-0310 min
Business as UNusualStrategic Energy Management for EntrepreneursIn this episode of Business as UNusual, host Aicila explores how entrepreneurs can leverage their energy for sustainable success. From personal anecdotes to practical strategies, discover how to assess and invest your energy for high returns in both business and personal life.Topics discussed in this episode:Understanding Energy Return on Investment (ROI)Recognizing High and Low Energy ActivitiesAligning Tasks with Natural RhythmsImplementing Time Blocking for Better ProductivityResources mentioned in this episode:Energy Audit Tool on BiCurean.com (previous episodes)Visit Aicila's website for more insights and tools: bicurean...2025-02-2409 min
BiCureanNot Dinner Conversations: Gender Affirming CareNot Dinner Conversations with G and Aicila covers the topics considered too impolite for the family dinner table. This week, the episode covers "Gender Affirming Care." G and Aicila dive into the broader implications and misconceptions surrounding gender affirming care, discussing how it is often misunderstood and only associated with the transgender community. They highlight that gender affirming behaviors extend to actions many engage in, such as wearing makeup or receiving cosmetic procedures, and stress the necessity of empathy and education on this topic. They also explore societal perceptions of gender, discussing personal anecdotes and broader implications for both...2025-02-201h 14
BiCureanA New DirectionBiCurean takes typically combative topics and teaches them to play nice.Our view is the mainstream reactionary rhetoric divides us and only helps those invested in the status quo.Join host Aicila as she digs into topics ranging from social and political to geeky and fun. Aicila is looking for the "BiCurean Moment"- the point where contradictions meet or are embraced.Episode Overview: Season 5.0 Intro BiCureanIn this season opener, host Aicila delves into the return of BiCurean, explaining her renewed passion for the podcast and her plans m...2025-02-1908 min
Business as UNusualFired to Flourishing: Victoria's JourneyIn this invigorating kickoff to Season 4 of Business as UNusual, host Aicila interviews content marketing maven Victoria Carrington-Chávez. They discuss the transformative power of failures, storytelling in content marketing, and the importance of authenticity. Tune in to hear Victoria's inspiring journey from being fired to becoming a TEDx speaker and successful entrepreneur.Topics discussed in this episode:From Fired to Inspired: Victoria's Story [00:00:57]Failures as Foundation: Turning Setbacks into Stepping Stones [00:01:40]The Power of Cringe Content in Content Creation [00:06:56]Strategies for Authentic and Impactful Content Marketing [00:12:06]Nurturing Creativity: The Role of R...2025-01-1322 min
Business as UNusualReflect to RedirectAicila hosts and produces Business as UNusual to learn from CEOs, Entrepreneurs, Artists, and more what motivated them to forge the path they are on and how they are innovating in their area of influence.Analyzing Resources and Improving Systems In this episode of Business as Unusual, host Aicila discusses the importance of understanding and analyzing various resources to set effective intentions for the coming year. Key topics include the significance of reviewing past data, recognizing hidden resources such as social capital and motivation, balancing tasks to avoid burnout, and evaluating workflows and tools for better...2024-11-2511 min
Business as UNusualManaging and Reviewing ResourcesMaximizing Creative Resources: Avoiding Burnout and Boosting Fulfillment In this episode, Aicila discusses the importance of measuring and optimizing personal resources such as creativity, motivation, and energy for creative entrepreneurs. Traditional business metrics often overlook these subjective elements, leading to potential burnout.Aicila explains the significance of integrating these personal resources into business planning and introduces a free downloadable worksheet designed to help entrepreneurs assess their use of these resources.Aicila also explores practical scenarios, like handling social media stress, and provides actionable steps to streamline and enhance overall business strategies. Reflecting on the...2024-11-1809 min
Business as UNusualBinary Buster featuring Liz SweigartIn this engaging episode of Business as UNusual, host Aicila sits down with Liz Sweigart, a true renaissance woman. Liz discusses her diverse career path, multidisciplinary interests, and her current work in emerging technology and human-computer interaction. They explore the importance of nuanced decision-making in technology, overcoming fixed mindsets, and the philosophy of abundance in professional life.Aicila hosts and produces Business as UNusual to learn from CEOs, Entrepreneurs, Artists, and more what motivated them to forge the path they are on and how they are innovating in their area of influence.Topics...2024-11-1139 min
Business as UNusualSupporting Others Through Stories of Survival and Love featuring River KaiAicila hosts and produces Business as UNusual to learn from CEOs, Entrepreneurs, Artists, and more what motivated them to forge the path they are on and how they are innovating in their area of influence.In this episode of Business as UNusual, host Aicila sits down with inspiring LGBTQ+ author and artist River Kai. They discuss River's unique journey from webcomics to novels and the unconventional methods that drive his creative process. River shares insights into finding inspiration in difficult times, the importance of representation, and how storytelling has been a vital tool in his healing...2024-08-1935 min
Business as UNusualReal Talk, Real Results with Grace Gavin & Ken BogardAicila hosts and produces Business as UNusual to learn from CEOs, Entrepreneurs, Artists, and more what motivated them to forge the path they are on and how they are innovating in their area of influence.In this episode of Business as UNusual, Aicila hosts Ken Bogard and Grace Gavin, experts in transparency and communication, as they discuss the power of honesty in business. They shared insights from their work with corporate teams. They emphasize the challenges and benefits of maintaining open communication both professionally and personally. Together, they explore the transformative potential of authentic dialogue in...2024-08-1250 min
Business as UNusualStethoscope to Success Coach featuring Carla FowlerAicila hosts and produces Business as UNusual to learn from CEOs, Entrepreneurs, Artists, and more what motivated them to forge the path they are on and how they are innovating in their area of influence.In this captivating episode of *Business as UNusual*, hosts Aicila and Carla Fowler dive deep into the world of performance science and coaching. They explore practical strategies such as the "10 Minute Rule" and discuss the importance of raising the scale of your endeavors for greater success. Carla shares her inspiring journey from a medical career to coaching, emphasizing the significance of...2024-08-0544 min
Business as UNusualAlign and Thrive with AicilaIn this episode of Business as UNusual, Carmell and Aicila explore Aicila's transformative approach in the business world. By aligning business with personal beliefs and emphasizing community and connection, Aicila shares her vision for a positive impact. Discover how self-reflection, embracing contradictions, and fostering emotional and inspirational returns can reshape successful business practices. Whether you're an entrepreneur or a thought leader, this episode is packed with insights on sustainable growth and integrity. Topics discussed in this episode:- Aligning Business with Personal Beliefs and Impact [01:34]- Embracing Contradictions to Drive Success [09:21]2024-07-2248 min
Business as UNusualMindful Melodies with Mama NousAicila hosts and produces Business as UNusual to learn from CEOs, Entrepreneurs, Artists, and more what motivated them to forge the path they are on and how they are innovating in their area of influence.In this episode of Business as UNusual, host Aicila dives deep into a conversation with Mama Nous, a multi-faceted musician, parenting strategist, and advocate for emotional wellness. They explore the unconventional ways Mama Nous finds solace and recharges, the impact of her positive children's music, and the crucial role of emotional modeling for both parents and children. Join us to uncover...2024-07-0137 min
Business as UNusualAuthors for PalestineAicila hosts and produces Business as UNusual to learn from CEOs, Entrepreneurs, Artists, and more what motivated them to forge the path they are on and how they are innovating in their area of influence.In this episode of Business as UNusual, host Aicila sits down with authors Merlina, Katy, Claudie, and River Kai from the initiative Authors for Palestine. They discuss their efforts to support three Palestinian families facing displacement and hardships. The guests share personal motivations, their contributions to the cause, and read excerpts from their work to help listeners connect with the families’ st...2024-06-1743 min
Business as UNusualHemp-trepreneurship with Tyler HoffAicila hosts and produces Business as UNusual to learn from CEOs, Entrepreneurs, Artists, and more what motivated them to forge the path they are on and how they are innovating in their area of influence.In this episode of "Business as UNusual," host Aicila sits down with Tyler Hoff, a hemp-trepreneur who transformed his life from struggling musician to impactful industry leader. Tyler shares his inspiring journey of discovering hemp at a young age, traveling the globe, and ultimately founding HempAware and Bulk Hemp Warehouse. Discover how the "green rush," new technologies, and sustainable practices are...2024-06-1032 min
Business as UNusualEmpowering Entrepreneurs: Tonia Fisher on Legal Awareness and Self-Care in BusinessAicila hosts and produces Business as UNusual to learn from CEOs, Entrepreneurs, Artists, and more what motivated them to forge the path they are on and how they are innovating in their area of influence.In this episode of *Business as Unusual*, host Aicila sits down with Tonia Fisher, an expert in legal education for digital content creators and online businesses. They dive deep into the legal aspects of running nonprofits, the importance of clear contracts, and the value of ongoing legal support. Listen in as Tonia shares her insights on ensuring your business complies with...2024-06-0340 min
Business as UNusualCultivating Self-Trust: Carmell Clark Discusses Women's Empowerment in BusinessAicila hosts and produces Business as UNusual to learn from CEOs, Entrepreneurs, Artists, and more what motivated them to forge the path they are on and how they are innovating in their area of influence.In this groundbreaking episode, Carmell Clark, founder of the Center For Transformational Influence, joins host Aicila to dissect the systemic barriers that women face in leadership roles and how to navigate them. Dive deep into Carmell's principles of dignity, creativity, and maintaining self-trust amidst societal challenges, combined with the real-world application of her leadership programs aimed at empowering women.Topics...2024-05-2059 min
Business as UNusualBeyond Judgment: Finding Joy in Diversity with Patty Bates-BallardAicila hosts and produces Business as UNusual to learn from CEOs, Entrepreneurs, Artists, and more what motivated them to forge the path they are on and how they are innovating in their area of influence.In this powerful episode of Business as UNusual, host Aicila sits down with Patty Bates-Ballard, CEO of WordSmooth and author, to delve into the transformative power of communication in diverse business environments. Together, they explore how curiosity, judgment, and forgiveness shape workplace dynamics and overall productivity.Tune in to learn from Patty’s hands-on experience and innovative approaches in...2024-05-1331 min
Business as UNusualSnapshots of Success: How Ron Louis Turned a Passion into a ProfessionAicila hosts and produces Business as UNusual to learn from CEOs, Entrepreneurs, Artists, and more what motivated them to forge the path they are on and how they are innovating in their area of influence.In this inspiring episode, Ron Louis, a renowned New York City-based photographer, delves into his journey from office job to renowned photographer. Discover how Ron's dedication to skill improvement and seizing unique opportunities transformed his career and life. Featuring stories of success, the importance of continuous learning, and embracing risk, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to break the...2024-05-0632 min
Business as UNusualDreaming Bold Futures: Altagracia Montilla on Conflict Brave Relationships and CommunitiesAicila hosts and produces Business as UNusual to learn from CEOs, Entrepreneurs, Artists, and more what motivated them to forge the path they are on and how they are innovating in their area of influence.In this riveting episode of Business as UNusual, guest Altagracia Montilla shares invaluable insights on transforming leadership through authenticity, community engagement, and embracing ancestral wisdom. Dive deep into the discussion where Altagracia illustrates how 'dreaming up' the world through emergent design can lead to profound organizational change and personal fulfillment.Topics Discussed in This Episode:...2024-04-2934 min
Business as UNusualShubber Ali's Native Plant RevolutionAicila hosts and produces Business as UNusual to learn from CEOs, Entrepreneurs, Artists, and more what motivated them to forge the path they are on and how they are innovating in their area of influence.In this enlightening episode of Business as UNusual, hosts Aicila and Shubber Ali dive into the world of sustainable business practices. Discover how thinking outside the box can not only benefit the environment but also drive innovation and success in the modern marketplace. Join us as we explore the intersection of environmentalism and entrepreneurship with Shubber Ali, the visionary CEO of...2024-04-2245 min
Business as UNusualBreaking the Cycle: Parenting for the Future with Emily MiottoIn this compelling conversation, hosts Aicila and Emily dive into the transformative journey of parenthood that challenges the status quo. Emphasizing the importance of breaking generational cycles, Emily Miotto shares her enlightening approach to parenting that nurtures children's authentic selves and fosters a shift in collective consciousness. Unlock the secrets to becoming the cycle breaker your children need in this episode of Business as UNusual.Topics discussed in this episode:- The impact of traditional parenting and the need for change [00:00:28]- From personal awakening to action: The catalyst behind Emily's mi...2024-04-0827 min
Business as UNusualBehind the Mic with Katie BowmanAicila hosts and produces Business as UNusual to learn from CEOs, Entrepreneurs, Artists, and more what motivated them to forge the path they are on and how they are innovating in their area of influence.In this transformative episode of Business as UNusual, our host Aicila is joined by the dynamic Katie Bowman, a comedian and artist reshaping humor during unprecedented times. Together they delve into the seismic shifts the pandemic has caused in the comedy scene, the deep-seated issues our society grapples with, and the power of laughter as a tool for connection and change...2024-04-0150 min
Business as UNusualKickstart Wellness with Kelly JuddBusiness As Unusual, is a series produced by BiCurean Consulting. We present Entrepreneurs, Innovators, CEOs, & Founders who are innovating the way we do business. This episode we are chatting with Kelly Judd, Founder of Kickstart Wellness.A natural helper and certified professional life coach, Kelly is passionate about building deeply connected coaching relationships in which clients feel seen, heard, held, and celebrated. After almost two decades of leadership roles and a lifetime’s worth of plot twists in her personal life (religious and work-related trauma, emotional abuse, chronic illness, multiple pregnancy losses, lat...2023-12-1932 min
Business as UNusualUnconventional Wisdom: Rena DeLevie's Journey to Compassionate LeadershipBusiness as UNusual, is a series produced by BiCurean Consulting. We present Entrepreneurs, Innovators, CEOs, & Founders who are innovating the way we do business. This episode we are chatting with Rena DeLevie a consultant who specializes in compassionate leadership.Rena has been a compassionate leadership teacher for 17 years, following a successful 18-year corporate career. Despite initial skepticism, she has been dedicated to changing the world through her teachings. Rena firmly believes that compassion is the key to making the world a better place and has been an advocate for this philosophy since the very beginning. She is...2023-12-1242 min
Business as UNusualUnconventional Creativity with Victoria CarringtonBusiness as UNusual, is a series produced by BiCurean Consulting. We present Entrepreneurs, Innovators, CEOs, & Founders who are innovating the way we do business. This episode we are chatting with Victoria Carrington Founder and Creative Genius behind Lilac and Aspen.Victoria’s mission is to be a catalyst for creative change.Victoria is a creative professional who shares her journey from being unsure about her career path to finding her passion in photography and graphic design. Victoria emphasizes the importance of creativity in problem-solving and how it extends beyond traditional fine arts. She highlights th...2023-12-0526 min
Business as UNusualThe Provocateurs with Maiden Manzanal-FrankBusiness as UNusual, is a series produced by BiCurean Consulting. We present Entrepreneurs, Innovators, CEOs, & Founders who are innovating the way we do business. This episode we are chatting with Maiden Manzanal-Frank about her newest book The Provocateurs.In this episode of "Business as UNusual," host Aicila interviews Maiden Frank, an author and founder of the consulting business, The Provocateurs. Maiden shares her experiences and insights as a leader in the nonprofit sector, challenging assumptions and advocating for a more genuine and impactful approach to community development. She emphasizes the importance of individual leadership and integrity in...2023-11-2826 min
Business as UNusualAwareness to Action with Frana BABusiness As Unusual, is a series produced by BiCurean Consulting. We present Entrepreneurs, Innovators, CEOs, & Founders who are innovating the way we do business. This episode we are chatting with Frana of Frana BA Consulting.she/theyFrana is an Accountability Driver, JEDI Consultant, Coach and Founder. Frana is trying to live a life that is grounded in justice and equity by healing from white supremacy.In this episode of "Business as UNusual," host Aicila welcomes guest Frana to speak about their work as a white caucus facilitator and their journey...2023-11-2129 min
Business as UNusualThe Evolution of Sustainability with John PabonBusiness As Unusual, is a series produced by BiCurean Consulting. We present Entrepreneurs, Innovators, CEOs, & Founders who are innovating the way we do business. This episode we are chatting with John Pabon, Sustainability Author and Consultant.In this episode of Business as UNusual, Aicila interviews sustainability expert John Pabon. They discuss the complexities of creating ethical and sustainable products, emphasizing the need to move towards sustainability without expecting perfection and the importance of conscious consumption and understanding the true cost of goods. They also delve into the impact of social media on building communities, the challenges of...2023-11-1439 min
Business as UNusualUnmasking Success with Kevin NealBusiness As Unusual, is a series produced by BiCurean Consulting. We present Entrepreneurs, Innovators, CEOs, & Founders who are innovating the way we do business. This episode we are chatting with Kevin Neal Building Bridges 2 Better.Kevin is a Doctoral Candidate, ordained minister who holds a B.A. in Pastoral Ministry Bethany Divinity College and Seminary, an M.A. in Ministry from Mercer University and also a B.S. in Information Systems. He has served in several leadership positions in the faith based community. He has also held leadership and engineering positions for over 30 years in the...2023-11-0732 min
Business as UNusualThe Magic of Essential Systems with Seonaid LeeBusiness as UNusual, is a series produced by BiCurean Consulting. We present Entrepreneurs, Innovators, CEOs, & Founders who are innovating the way we do business. This episode we are chatting with Seonaid (SHOOONAH) Lee about Developing Ethical Leadership in Tech.With over 30 years of experience in the tech and engineering fields, Seonaid Lee is on a mission to help companies think differently about the technology that they build. After having first hand experience of how a drive for progress not tempered with wisdom can create technologies that both help and harm, Seonaid made it her life’s mi...2023-10-3139 min
Business as UNusualChoosing the Jump or the Slide with Genevieve PiturroBusiness As Unusual, is a series produced by BiCurean Consulting. We present Entrepreneurs, Innovators, CEOs, & Founders who are innovating the way we do business. In this episode of "Business as UNusual," we hear from Genevieve Piturro, a former television marketing executive in New York City, who found her purpose in an unexpected way.Piturro left a successful, twenty year career when a little girl’s question (“What are pajamas?”) changed the course of her life forever. At that pivotal moment, Genevieve decided to jump off the corporate ladder and began delivering pajamas and books to children in she...2023-10-2425 min
Business as UNusualThe Power of Ethics in Business with Dror YaronBusiness as UNusual, is a series produced by BiCurean Consulting. We present Entrepreneurs, Innovators, CEOs, & Founders who are innovating the way we do business. This episode we are chatting with Dror Yaron the Ethics Coach.Dror is an ethics coach who helps people navigate the shortcomings of the current system. They understand the struggle of starting a business and the importance of aligning it with one's values. Recognizing the need for collaboration, Dror reached out to other coaching practices from the beginning and believes that there is more to gain from working together rather than competing...2023-10-1726 min
Business as UNusualThere's Money in Your Mouth with Jesse CarrollBusiness As Unusual, is a series produced by BiCurean Consulting. We present Entrepreneurs, Innovators, CEOs, & Founders who are innovating the way we do business. This episode we are chatting with Jesse Carroll, Voice Over Actor and Coach.Jesse Carroll is a highly successful voice actor and the founder of Jesse Carroll Coaching. Over the past seven years, Jesse has achieved tremendous success in the voice acting industry, going from knowing nothing about the craft to consistently earning a six-figure income every year for the past six years.Having faced numerous inquiries about how...2023-10-1030 min
Business as UNusualNavigating Nonprofit Success with Lori StanleyBusiness As Unusual, is a series produced by BiCurean Consulting. We present Entrepreneurs, Innovators, CEOs, & Founders who are innovating the way we do business. This episode we are chatting with Lori Stanley, a nonprofit strategic consultant.Lori Stanley is a certified scuba diver who finds calm and beauty underwater, despite her claustrophobia. She has a deep passion for community involvement, which started in her childhood and led her to a career in nonprofit and consulting work. She enjoys making an impact and helping other organizations achieve their goals. Her business, Lori Stanley Nonprofit Consulting, focuses on...2023-10-0327 min
Business as UNusualThe Business Behind the Lens with Peggy McCarthaBusiness As Unusual, is a series produced by BiCurean Consulting. We present Entrepreneurs, Innovators, CEOs, & Founders who are innovating the way we do business. This episode we are chatting with Peggy a Headshot Strategist and Founder of the TimeBenders Community.Peggy is a professional photographer with over 30 years of experience. During the pandemic, she was unable to pursue her passion due to restrictions. However, she discovered a new avenue for her skills by offering consultations on Clubhouse and Zoom. She started talking about branding and realized the importance of headshots in marketing strategies. A person she...2023-09-2618 min
Business as UNusualUnlocking Financial Wellness with Rachel DuncanBusiness As Unusual, is a series produced by BiCurean Consulting. We present Entrepreneurs, Innovators, CEOs, & Founders who are innovating the way we do business. This episode we are chatting with Rachel Duncan the founder of Rachel Duncan Therapy and the Money Healing Club. Rachel is a financial therapist with a unique background in both mental health and finance. She has always had a passion for business and money, even from a young age. Rachel's natural inclination towards understanding finances and analyzing businesses led her to pursue a degree in small business management before eventually entering the field o...2023-09-1938 min
Business as UNusualInclusive Futures with K.B. WagersBusiness As Unusual, is a series produced by BiCurean Consulting. We present Entrepreneurs, Innovators, CEOs, & Founders who are innovating the way we do business. This episode we are chatting with K.B. Wagers a science fiction author. K.B. Wagers is an accomplished author whose writing career took off in 2016. Since then, they have been publishing books at an impressive rate, typically releasing one book per year. However, in both 2020 and 2021, they went above and beyond by publishing two books each year. All of their works have been traditionally published. One of their notable series is a...2023-09-1228 min
Business as UNusualFrom Frustration to Founding with Nora DiNuzzoBusiness As Unusual, is a series produced by BiCurean Consulting. We present Entrepreneurs, Innovators, CEOs, & Founders who are innovating the way we do business. This episode we are chatting with Nora DiNuzzo, CEO of Pitcher. Growing up, one thing Ms. DiNuzzo never aspired to be was an entrepreneur.Running your own company was for the incredibly wealthy (Mr. Burns) or the incredibly innovative (Doc Brown). She was neither (according to her, we at BiCurean disagree - we experience her as quite innovative!)The past few years she's learned a secret a...2023-08-2334 min
Business as UNusualNon Human Philanthropy with Katherine LacefieldBusiness As Unusual, is a series produced by BiCurean Consulting. We present Entrepreneurs, Innovators, CEOs, & Founders who are innovating the way we do business. This episode we are chatting with Katherine Lacefield of Just BeCause Consulting.Just Be Cause Consulting is a trusted partner in the philanthropic space, leveraging over 20 years of experience to empower organisations and individuals to make a positive impact in their communities. Our deep knowledge and expertise span a wide range of areas, from overall fundraising strategy to a nuanced understanding of the global grantmaking landscape.At the helm...2023-08-1818 min
Business as UNusualRedefine the Pipeline with Dr. Destiny and Ronaldo GriffinBusiness As Unusual, is a series produced by BiCurean Consulting. We present Entrepreneurs, Innovators, CEOs, & Founders who are innovating the way we do business. This episode we are chatting with Dr. Destiny Reddick & Ronaldo Griffin about Redefine the Pipeline.Dr. Destiny Reddick, Founder of RtP Equity Coaching is a dynamic and determined educator, master teacher leader & dynamic equity coach with multipotential capabilities due to various professional experiences successfully teaching, coaching, and mentoring with equity intentionally at the forefront in all facets of diverse educational settings, including early childhood, elementary, secondary, and higher education, public and private...2023-08-1548 min
Business as UNusualA Better Place to Work with Kathryn Cronin MillerBusiness As Unusual, is a series produced by BiCurean Consulting. We present Entrepreneurs, Innovators, CEOs, & Founders who are innovating the way we do business. This episode we are chatting with Kathryn Cronin Miller about her company, A Better Place to Work. Kathryn Cronin Miller, MSW, LCSW, is the Principal Coach/Consultant and Founder of A Better Place To Work. Kathryn joined the social sector in 2005. She has worked in non-profit, academic, and organizing settings, focusing on women's services, youth development, mental health, and trauma. She has a special focus on the nexus of legal and social w...2023-08-0843 min
Business as UNusualApplied Brand Science with Ethan Decker, PhDBusiness As Unusual, is a series produced by BiCurean Consulting. We present Entrepreneurs, Innovators, CEOs, & Founders who are innovating the way we do business. This episode we are chatting with Ethan Decker, PhD about Applied Brand Science. Ethan, a marketing and advertising professional with over 20 years of experience, witnessed countless great ideas being discarded due to disagreements and misunderstandings about how advertising works. Frustrated by this recurring issue, he used into his scientific background as a PhD holder in ecology to uncover the universal truths about brand growth and advertising effectiveness. Recognizing the need to share t...2023-08-0123 min
Business as UNusualArt Inspires Change with Crystal StormBusiness As Unusual, is a series produced by BiCurean Consulting. We present Entrepreneurs, Innovators, CEOs, & Founders who are innovating the way we do business. This episode we are chatting with Crystal Storm about Tales of the Forgotten Fiction Network. Crystal Storm is a woman of many hats (pun intended. She has a wall full of fedoras). She’s 4’11, hates mornings, and is a night owl. Her aliases are WooWoo and C-Money. Her Fans find her dedicated to giving them stories that encourage them to find ways to make the mundane magical.A busy creat...2023-07-2532 min
Business as UNusualKids Chemical Solutions with Dr. Colleen KelleyBusiness As Unusual, is a series produced by BiCurean Consulting. We present Entrepreneurs, Innovators, CEOs, & Founders who are innovating the way we do business. This episode we are chatting with Colleen Kelley. PhD creator of Kids’ Chemical Solutions. Dr. Colleen Kelley is the Creator and Founder of Kids’ Chemical Solutions, which is a comic-book based chemistry curriculum intended for kids ages 8 – 108. Her journey as a chemist began at The University of Richmond where she received her B.S. in Chemistry. She fell in love with the world of discovery and research and wanted to continue to explore...2023-07-1819 min
Business as UNusualServing the Whole Community with Delvin CoxBusiness As Unusual, is a series produced by BiCurean Consulting. We present Entrepreneurs, Innovators, Thought Leaders, CEOs, & Founders who are innovating the way we do business. This episode we are chatting with Delvin Cox of the Delvin Cox Experience. Delvin is on a one man mission to unite our culture though diversity. Delvin, shares their strong dislike for ads that focus on extreme views without addressing the core issue. Delvin advocates for finding better solutions without causing division or harm to people. Furthermore, they argue that both parties can be right about different issues, such as im...2023-07-1157 min
Business as UNusualLasso Digital with Taylor RostyBusiness As Unusual, is a series produced by BiCurean Consulting. We present Entrepreneurs, Innovators, CEOs, & Founders who are innovating the way we do business. This episode we are chatting with Taylor Rosty about Lasso Digital.Taylor is the CEO of Lasso Digital. Having previously been the communications director for a local nonprofit, Taylor is passionate about the social sector and believes nonprofits and government agencies hold the keys to meaningful, lasting change.As a leader, Taylor believes that culture is key. She strives to hire the very best people and trust them to...2023-07-0423 min
Business as UNusualFunction to Flourish with Sean HaleBusiness As Unusual, is a series produced by BiCurean Consulting. We present Entrepreneurs, Innovators, CEOs, & Founders who are innovating the way we do business. This episode we are chatting with Sean Hale, Founder of Sean Hale Consulting.Sean Hale has served nonprofits for more than twenty years. He loves getting the administrative side running smoothly so the organization can truly focus and shine.Over his career, he has made improvements that reduced waste, generated new revenue, boosted staff productivity and morale, grew financial transparency, and shrank risk. He’s also help...2023-06-2727 min
Business as UNusualMentoring Future Leaders with Vanessa Blacknall-JamisonBusiness As Unusual, is a series produced by BiCurean Consulting. We present Entrepreneurs, Innovators, CEOs, & Founders who are innovating the way we do business. This episode we are chatting with Vanessa Blacknall-Jamison about the importance of mentoring and coaching future leaders. Vanessa is a highly regarded professional in her industry, with a rich history of helping people. She is known for her dedication to her work and for fostering possibility in others. Vanessa's expertise has been recognized by many, with an outpouring of accolades when her website requested testimonials. Her impact on those she has helped i...2023-06-2030 min
Business as UNusualDiscover Your Purpose with Sierra WhitenerBusiness As Unusual, is a series produced by BiCurean Consulting. We present Entrepreneurs, Innovators, CEOs, & Founders who are innovating the way we do business. This episode we are chatting with Sierra Whitener a career entrepreneur. On this episode of Business as UNusual, we talk with a COO and entrepreneur who shares their experience with failure, family, and finding purpose. Sierra shares how being a role model for their children keeps them motivated, and discusses the importance of acknowledging and learning from failure. They also talk about their journey into entrepreneurship, their father's influence on their career p...2023-06-1329 min
Business as UNusualPeople Centered and Equitable Workplaces with Natalie RodgersBusiness As Unusual, is a series produced by BiCurean Consulting. We present Entrepreneurs, Innovators, CEOs, & Founders who are innovating the way we do business. This episode we are chatting with Natalie Rodgers of the Acacia Company.The Acacia Co. was founded by TaRea, Natalie, and Thu-Hong in response to the ever-growing need for integrating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion into the workplace - the right way. There's a saying that goes, "organizations are easy to run, it just becomes difficult when you add people to the mix." The striking reality that every organization is fa...2023-06-0631 min
Business as UNusualUnique Maximum Contribution with Nate Ishe LappegaardBusiness As Unusual, is a series produced by BiCurean Consulting. We present Entrepreneurs, Innovators, CEOs, & Founders who are innovating the way we do business. This episode we are chatting with Nate Ishe Lappegaard of The Kite and Dart Group.Kite and Dart has New Strategies for a New Era of Entrepreneurs Traditional business practices can feel antiquated at best, and slimy at worst. If you're searching for a different way of doing business, then you're their kind of entrepreneur. The kind that wants to make a difference in the world. The kind that's dedicated to equity, in...2023-05-3025 min
Business as UNusualConflict and Connection with Dr. Kathy GonzalesBusiness As Unusual, is a series produced by BiCurean Consulting. We present Entrepreneurs, Innovators, CEOs, & Founders who are innovating the way we do business. This episode we are chatting with Dr. Kathy Gonzales the Conflict Doctor. Born and raised in the sun-drenched twin-island Republic of Trinidad & Tobago in the Caribbean, Dr. Kathy Gonzales helps nonprofits deal with conflict. After practicing as a family lawyer for a few years, she decided to go back to school (because, why not). She gained a Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Dispute Resolution from Pepperdine School of La...2023-05-2332 min
Business as UNusualDemystifying SEO with Ashley KochansBusiness As Unusual, is a series produced by BiCurean Consulting. We present Entrepreneurs, Innovators, CEOs, & Founders who are innovating the way we do business. This episode we are chatting with Ashley Kochans owner and operator of Kochans Consulting.Kochans Consulting is a marketing consultancy that provides digital solutions, training, and expert execution. Like most marketing agencies, they improve the brand visibility of our clients. Unlike most, they specialize in organizations whose work makes the world a healthier place. Their specialty is Search Engine Optimization, but their expertise includes: Tracking & reporting Key Performance Indicators (KPIs); Email marketing a...2023-05-1622 min
Business as UNusualAging Dynamics with Rachel B. CohenBusiness As Unusual, is a series produced by BiCurean Consulting. We present Entrepreneurs, Innovators, CEOs, & Founders who are innovating the way we do business. This episode we are chatting with Rachel B. Cohen of Aging Dynamics. Rachel has a diverse background in community planning and social work with a focus on gerontology and nonprofit management. She has more than 25 years of experience working and consulting with public and private organizations of all sizes and across sectors such as housing, aging, health care, public health, social services, and community development. She brings a comprehensive perspective to multi-sector c...2023-05-0927 min
Business as UNusualValues into Action with Brenda BoyleBusiness As Unusual, is a series produced by BiCurean Consulting. We present Entrepreneurs, Innovators, CEOs, & Founders who are innovating the way we do business. This episode we are chatting with Brenda Boyle, Founder of Fireheart Consulting. Business Tagline/Personal SayingI help leaders translate values into simple & specific actions.VISION: Fireheart imagines a world in which all workplaces are spaces of safety, authenticity, and embodied values.MISSION: I help small teams build and scale an authentic, kickass culture so that teams can better operate and adapt during growth.2023-05-0221 min
Business as UNusualMeaning and Message with Kyle AspergerBusiness As Unusual, is a series produced by BiCurean Consulting. We present Entrepreneurs, Innovators, CEOs, & Founders who are innovating the way we do business. This episode we are chatting with Kyle Asperger, Founder of Studio 301. Studio 301 describes themselves as Agents of Change, at the service of those who have embarked on a mission for the greater good. Founder, Kyle Asperger, is likely the guy that you’ve interfaced with by now. He’s dedicated his professional journey to finding and meeting bad asses. Experts in their respective fields. Geeks in their own right. Those are the people...2023-04-2736 min
Business as UNusualBuilding Your Future Today with Betina PflugBusiness As Unusual, is a series produced by BiCurean Consulting. We present Entrepreneurs, Innovators, CEOs, & Founders who are innovating the way we do business. This episode we are chatting with Betina Pflug of Wity Consulting. Betina Pflug is an entrepreneur, a business and life coach, a mother, and a marketing and CRM specialist. She has a degree in hotel management, received her MBA from Rotman School in Canada, and has completed three different coaching certifications, including a specialization in facilitating nonprofits, life coaching, and biopsychology to promote positive mental attitudes for mental and ph...2023-04-2026 min
Business as UNusualThe Core of Design with Bre GentileBusiness As Unusual, is a series produced by BiCurean Consulting. We present Entrepreneurs, Innovators, CEOs, & Founders who are innovating the way we do business. This episode we are chatting with Dr. Bre Gentile about Dr. G’s Lab. Dr. Bre believes that products and services designed for users should be designed with users. She works with users at every stage of the process — every design sprint, every audit, every iteration. She’s trained to observe, to interview, and to define emotions and preferences by assessing human aptitude and human behaviors. She’s studied hundreds o...2023-04-1329 min
Business as UNusualNo Planet B with Kelcie OttoesBusiness As Unusual, is a series produced by BiCurean Consulting. We present Entrepreneurs, Innovators, CEOs, & Founders who are innovating the way we do business. This episode we are chatting with Kelcie Ottoes about Sustainability Copywriting. As a long-form conversation strategist for sustainable B2Bs, she’s on a mission to make the planet a better place by using her greatest skill to drive change — her ability to tell a story. With long form copy like case studies, blogs, and white papers, I make sure the work you do gets the credit, attention, love, and money it deserv...2023-03-2337 min
Business as UNusualSustainable Leadership with Nancy TriggBusiness As Unusual, is a series produced by BiCurean Consulting. We present Entrepreneurs, Innovators, CEOs, & Founders who are innovating the way we do business. This episode features Nancy Trigg, Founder of Trigg Performance Collective.Nancy is Conscious Executive Leader and Coach with a passion for optimizing business and human performance. She is a seasoned executive and people focused business leader with over 20 years of experience building and leading consistently successful and engaged teams. With a passion for bringing out the best in her teams, she has an eye for performance metrics and encourages all t...2023-03-1620 min
Business as UNusualActivate Your Voice with Dylan BrodyBusiness As Unusual, is a series produced by BiCurean Consulting. We present Entrepreneurs, Innovators, CEOs, & Founders who are innovating the way we do business. What is the place for art in a profit-driven entertainment landscape? There exists inherent value of creativity and self-expression apart from its commercial worth. Dylan Brody shares his experience and perspective as an artist who is also interested in paying his bills. Active Voices Productions is his answer to this question. He is creating, producing and supporting museum quality art for mainstream entertainment industry audiences.With an...2023-02-2340 min
Business as UNusualActivate Your Voice with Dylan BrodyBusiness As Unusual, is a series produced by BiCurean Consulting. We present Entrepreneurs, Innovators, CEOs, & Founders who are innovating the way we do business. What is the place for art in a profit-driven entertainment landscape? There exists inherent value of creativity and self-expression apart from its commercial worth. Dylan Brody shares his experience and perspective as an artist who is also interested in paying his bills. Active Voices Productions is his answer to this question. He is creating, producing and supporting museum quality art for mainstream entertainment industry audiences.With an...2023-02-2340 min
Business as UNusualBuilding a Better World with Jeff LeitnerBusiness As Unusual, is a series produced by BiCurean Consulting. We present Entrepreneurs, Innovators, CEOs, & Founders who are innovating the way we do business. This episode we spoke with Jeff Leitner about his lifetime of working to create better options for us all. For 20 years, he’s helped companies, governments, institutions, and nonprofits identify and realize new opportunities — to expand their reach, increase their share, and change their worlds. Together, we’ve created disruptive new products, services, programs, and approaches.His clients and collaborators include the U.S. Department of State, Starbucks, Walter Reed Na...2023-02-0940 min
BiCurean3.09 #podcastblackoutErik and I stand with the protesters and activists who are calling for broad sweeping changes in our communities to end state sanctioned harassment and murder of black people. This episode is exactly 8 minutes and 46 seconds long. This is the amount of time George Floyd was slowly choked to death while a crowd of onlookers pleaded for his murderer to cease this brutal behavior. We ask you to take the rest of this episode, which will be silence, to honor George Floyd’s memory, as well as the hundreds, if not thousands, of bruta...2020-06-0408 min
BiCurean2.26 Authentically ChristianRev Roger Wolsey spent some time talking with us about his efforts to meet people who come from different perspectives and get to know them. He identifies as a liberal man who wants to reach across the aisle and get to know the men he has spent time judging. We loved his article, Tough Guys Need Friends, and Cancel Cancel Culture (both are linked below). His wisdom, humor, and dedication to a better world were inspirational. We hope you enjoy this conversation and please reach out and let us (and him) know what you think! Roger's Site h...2020-01-3046 min
BiCurean2.25 #BeTheChange"Lots of people want to change the world, few of us are willing to change ourselves." Join us in a year long experiment! We are excited to unveil our newest program, #BeTheChange for 2020. Inspired by a saying from Tolstoy, we at BiCurean are inviting you to join us in a year long experiment in how to Be the Change you seek to create in the world. We will release a tip, idea, or thought every Thursday for you to try on for a week. (Erik and I will be doing it too!) Every Tuesday we will have Twitter c...2020-01-1635 min
BiCurean2.24 Financial EquityThis episode explores the question, how does race impact the financial inequities of modern America? We spoke with Alex Hollingsworth of the Off the Record Podcast about the Racial Wealth Gap, roots in slavery, possible solutions, including reparations, and how that benefits our country.What Reparations for Slavery Might Look Like in 2019 | https://nyti.ms/38kQBvrRacial Wealth Gap | https://yhoo.it/2YyjPm0The math on reparations: total cost of $51 trillion and a tripling of the national debt | https://on.mktw.net/2YCyLzxHidden Brain: Zipcode Destiny | https://n.pr/2t5NiYQGermany...2020-01-0247 min
BiCurean2.21 Just PeachyWe figured since we are kind of nerdy and into this stuff and we have been massively confused about what impeachment is and why it mostly looks like an adolescent popularity contest (turns out that's how it's designed), we thought we would dig into it and share what we discovered in case any of you are having similar confusion. First a HUGE thank you to Jessica and the BodyCountPod Crew! She put together this fabulously helpful and engaging overview of impeachment history- http://bit.ly/2KBCM1iWe reference a few news articles and the...2019-11-2136 min
BiCurean2.20 Brazilian Jiu-JuliaHistory of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu http://www.shenwu.com/bjjhistory.htmlTags: BiCurean, podcast, jiu jitsu, women, sports, MMA ★ Support this podcast ★ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-11-0737 min
BiCurean2.19 Cats and DogsDogs versus cats: Scientists reveal which one is smarter https://fxn.ws/2kS9yBL23 Tweets That Sum Up The Difference Between Cat People And Dog People _ HuffPost Life, Sept 16, 2019 http://bit.ly/2lt3yzFBiCurean MomentTrump Critics Ridicule Him For Vaping Ban After Six Deaths, Say Guns Have Killed More http://bit.ly/2mpJSg8Tags: BiCurean, Podcast, Dogs, Cats, Vape, Bans ★ Support this podcast ★ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-10-2434 min
BiCurean2.18 Coming OutHistory of Coming Out https://medium.com/lambdalegal/30-years-in-national-coming-out-day-is-as-important-than-ever-7739863220a4Tags: BiCurean, Podcast, coming_out, Queer, gay ★ Support this podcast ★ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-10-1034 min
BiCurean2.16 Foxes and HedgehogsErik & Aicila did a deep dive into the below article outlining the benefits of being open-minded. Learn what skills you want to develop to improve your open-mindedness- and why you even want to be open-minded.https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/chances-are-youre-not-as-open-minded-as-you-think/2019/07/20/0319d308-aa4f-11e9-9214-246e594de5d5_story.html?noredirect=onTags: open_minded, bicurean, podcast, curiosity, bias, confirmation_bias, expertise, predictions, science_curiosity ★ Support this podcast ★ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-09-1240 min
BiCurean2.15 Exploring the Terry-verseErik and I wanted to know how he balances that so well. And since we were lucky enough to sit down with Terry, we asked him questions about his music career; other comics; possible new genre options for Strangers in Paradise; and other interesting tidbits. Terry was an amazing guest who offered us a peek under the ink. We hope you enjoy listening as much as we enjoyed recording! Strangers in Paradise has won 2 GLAAD Media Awards and Terry has been nominated more than any other comic book author for GLAAD Media Awards an...2019-08-2941 min
BiCurean2.14 Single Issue HatersAccountability is an antidote to the blame that is inflaming our political discourse. Tags: bicurean, podcast, politics, OneMoviePunch, left, right, accountability ★ Support this podcast ★ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-08-1639 min
BiCurean2.13 Bi the WayRanging from entertaining to serious, this conversation explored the intersection between queer and straight cultural expectations of women and how being bi and "femme" challenges those expectations in both communities. (Quotes around femme explained in the episode ;p)Read more about Gail, Robyn and Aicila by checking out their websites and social media (links below). We also included a few of the articles we referenced in the show for your reading enjoyment.Being Queer and Femme Means Constantly Coming Out http://bit.ly/30y3Ow3Gail Carriger Website https://gailcarriger.com/2019-08-0158 min
BiCurean2.11 Perception GapWe talk about the gap and some of its impact and how it is widening.Items and articles we referenced:The Perception Gap http://bit.ly/2xiOEhJAmericans Strongly Dislike PC Culture, Oct 10, 2018 http://bit.ly/2xiNnXZRepublicans and Democrats Don't Understand Each Other - The Atlantic, Jun 23, 2019 http://bit.ly/2RGRW7XTags: democrats, republicans, politics, perception_ gap, bicurean, podcast, polarization ★ Support this podcast ★ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-07-0436 min
BiCurean2.09 Pound of CureItems we referenced for the show:Vaccines_ Vac-Gen_Why Are Childhood Vaccines So Important_ http://bit.ly/2HPJSNsUnderstanding Thimerosal, Mercury, and Vaccine Safety http://bit.ly/2WYsfl6Parents _ Making the Vaccine Decision _ CDC http://bit.ly/2wpcSGNWashington state limits exemptions for measles vaccine http://bit.ly/2VY7hGpTuskegee Experiment_ The Infamous Syphilis Study - HISTORY http://bit.ly/2EqmqWc‘Monkey, Rat and Pig DNA’_ How Misinformation Is Driving the Measles Outbreak Among Ultra-Orthodox Jews - The New York Times https://nyti.ms/2VKsMFGIm...2019-06-0635 min
BiCurean2.06 The Future is NowCheck out Chet's website, LEAD Global at http://bit.ly/2DwM2QJAnd his upcoming television special series, Change: The Subject! on CBS starting May 2019: http://bit.ly/2UTcA9KTags: futurist, bicurean, podcast, humanity, systems, equity, equality, inequity, income, universal, basic, income, resources, global, technology, change, future, morals, ethics ★ Support this podcast ★ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-04-2559 min
BiCurean2.03 Comical ConversationCheck out our awesome guest, Matt the Pharaoh Wizard's YouTube offerings: http://bit.ly/2TAifk9And our first promo- One Movie Punch http://bit.ly/2F9OVZ9Transcript here: http://bit.ly/2EYn10MArticles and items we referenced during the show:Glass the Movie http://bit.ly/2JbyGyMEverything You Need to Know About Captain Marvel http://bit.ly/2XVKKHFBiCurean MomentDenver may legalize magic mushrooms: https://cnn.it/2TQGWImCould MDMA Treat PTSD Patients and Cognitive...2019-03-1444 min
BiCurean2.02 To Serve, Protect, & UpliftTranscript here: http://bit.ly/2EhCrhqJoin our mailing list at http://bit.ly/BiCur to get episodes and podcasts conveniently emailed to you on a Bi-weekly basis.Articles and Items We Referenced:Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo - HISTORY http://bit.ly/2Irp6r1Latin Life http://bit.ly/2TgQmwO_It’s going to be La Raza Park until I die_ - Denverite, the Denver site!, Jul 21, 2016 http://bit.ly/2EkIUqTHighlands Ranch Community Association https://hrcaonline.org/Our Lady Guadalupe Antonito, CO...2019-02-2852 min
BiCurean2.01 A Year in the Life of BiCureanCelebrating one year of doing the podcast together. Aicila and Erik talk about the surprises and challenges and discoveries they had doing this project. Join our mailing list - bit.ly/BiCurTranscript here: http://bit.ly/2DtLbzpItems we referenced:The Price of Loyalty _ PBS NewsHour https://to.pbs.org/2UAtVj41.17 Fair Trade Immigration http://bit.ly/2TvWA8J1.18 Pragmatic Progressive http://bit.ly/2REoPjGTags: bicurean, podcast, year, anniversary, guests, microphone use, skills, overcoming fear, organizing thoughts, polarization, mission ★ Support this po...2019-02-1432 min
BiCurean1.26 Identity Politics Arms RaceWe were excited to interview Tyler after reading this article about Identity Politics and how to counter it. Given that is our core message, it was exciting to see someone else articulate position so similar to our philosophy. And the ways in which he dug into the history of identity politics and current research was incredibly educational. We hope you enjoy our conversation as much as we did. You can find more of Tyler's writing on Medium @TebbaVonMathenstien. That is also his Twitter handle.Transcript for this episode here: http://bit.ly/2RgQG9s2019-01-3144 min
BiCurean1.25 Something to HideWith all the recent data breaches being reported, we wanted to get dig into why we care about privacy. Yu was amazingly informed and taught us about data ethics, the complicated history of GDPR, and why we care about privacy.Join our mailing list: bit.ly/BiCurTranscript here: http://bit.ly/2MgVAm7Articles and Items Referenced During the Episode:Why We Care about Privacy - Markkula Center for Applied Ethics http://bit.ly/2TSYy2HGDPR—Disturbing History Behind the EU's New Data Privacy La...2019-01-1744 min
BiCurean1.24 Snake OilCheck out her podcast at: http://bit.ly/2AaLHBsArticles and items we referenced for this podcast:Watch your step_ why the 10,000 daily goal is built on bad science _ Life and style _ The Guardian, Sep 3, 2018 http://bit.ly/2EBCuW6Coconut oil is 'pure poison', says Harvard professor _ Food _ The Guardian, Aug 22, 2018 http://bit.ly/2BBN3p7BiCurean MomentPlanned Parenthood Is Accused of Mistreating Pregnant Employees - The New York Times, Dec 20, 2018 https://nyti.ms/2QP0dcRLondon Gatwick drone sighting again shuts airport, Dec 21, 2018...2019-01-0337 min
BiCurean1.23 Happy HolidaysOne of the founding principles of our country is the pursuit of happiness. And yet it is often elusive. What do happy people do differently? Erik and Aicila discuss some of the habits happy people have as presented by psychologists.Transcript here: http://bit.ly/BiCur123Further reading: How Should Psychology Define Happiness_ _ Psychology Today, May 03, 2014 http://bit.ly/BiCur123psychWhat Happy People Do Differently _ Psychology Today, Jul 02,2013 http://bit.ly/123HHarticleDeclaration of Independence http://bit.ly/2A89KRDSweet Cases _ Family Team B...2018-12-2029 min
BiCurean1.22 Nutritious NewsListen to our podcast to get more understanding of her methods, what inspired her, and her next steps.Transcript here: http://bit.ly/BiCurNN122Further reading:Junk Food and Junk News_ The Case for “Information Fitness” - ad fontes media: http://bit.ly/2rjjSm0Deep Fake_ Videos Created By AI Just Got Even More Terrifying _ IFLScience, Jun 7, 2018: http://bit.ly/2Rx3cCGBiCurean Moment:Read Senator-elect Kyrsten Sinema's victory speech, Nov 12, 2018: http://bit.ly/2FUs324Unite and Conquer: https://amzn.to/2rhiDnh2018-12-0635 min
BiCurean1.21 Freedom to CommitNon traditional relationships are becoming more common and yet are at odds with a lot of societal norms. We asked Magenta, as someone who hosts workshops and coaches people, what do they say makes it worth it?Transcript here: http://bit.ly/2QJlGiVArticles and items we referenced:Magenta's Coaching Sitehttps://www.polycoach.org/Magenta on Facebookfacebook.com/@polyamorycoachingIs Serial Monogamy Worth Pursuing, Psychology Today, Oct 31, 2008http://bit.ly/2PhY3RSMaslow's Hierarchy of Needshttps://simplypsychology.org/maslow.htmlEthical Slut...2018-11-2240 min
BiCurean1.20 Civil Discourse Over DinnerTranscript here: http://bit.ly/120CivilArticles and items we referenced:How to talk politics at your family holiday meal - CNN, Nov 22, 2017https://cnn.it/2qjAMjGHow the night before Thanksgiving became the 'biggest drinking day of year' - StarTribune.com, Nov 22, 2017http://strib.mn/2ACy4vEWhy Families Fight During Holidays - The Atlantic, Dec 23, 2013 http://bit.ly/2EUvVjjNon Violent Communicationhttp://www.cnvc.org/Christians and the Paganshttps://binged.it/2CVi0HIRomeo and Juliet in Kigalihttps://n.pr/2Q7...2018-11-0840 min
BiCurean1.19 Voting Your HopesIs there a way to make elections more fair and get voters excited? Can we create a system that encourages us to talk about the issues?Find RCV for Colorado on social media at facebook.com/@rcvforcolorado or at their website below to learn more.Transcript here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vSheLVsiXYYwm4VFLuhY7B-L--7-YV0H2wkLecHHAW4ds1p2xhH1J0AfpjORt05UN62uAzFkwhnNw-8/pubArticles and items we referenced:Ranked Choice Voting for Colorado: https://rcvforcolorado.org/...2018-10-2539 min
BiCurean1.17 Fair Trade ImmigrationRemembering our history gives us insight and empathy. What inspired Columbus Day as a holiday? And why do Indigenous People challenge the celebration of it? It is interesting and revealing to look into.Transcript available here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vRQ5k_tWJeMn3IdkQMncw_qG6uZ1f_uPBuej15Yi5ge9Cgu5bRjP6bF6J4y65aN-RorWwRhm2bGdPPl/pubThings Referenced:How Columbus Day Fell Victim to Its Own Success - Yoni Appelbaum - The Atlantic, Oct 08, 2012 http://web.archive.org/web/20131130024752/http://www.theatlantic.com:80/national...2018-09-2745 min
BiCurean1.16 Do White People Really Love Salad?About Dr. Nita Mosby TylerShe is the Chief Catalyst and Founder of The Equity Project, LLC – an organization designed to support organizations and communities in building diversity, equity and inclusion strategies. In her work, Dr. Mosby-Tyler specializes in the development and delivery of leadership, equity, diversity, cultural responsiveness and inclusiveness training programs and strategies.Transcript available here: https://goo.gl/Wf3N8JArticles and items referenced in this episode:The Equity ProjectThe HR ShopWhite People Really Love Salad...2018-09-1338 min
BiCurean1.15 This Mortal CoilAnd if you are considering suicide consider reaching out to the Colorado Crisis line (http://coloradocrisisservices.org) or the National Helpline (https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org).Transcript available here: https://goo.gl/hcqv2UQuotes:"The mass of men lead lives of quiet desperation." ~Henry David Thoreau"A lot of people go straight from denial to despair without pausing in the middle and doing something about it." ~Al GoreArticles and other items referenced for this episode:Suicide rates rise sharply across the United States...2018-08-3037 min
BiCurean1.12 Watch Your PhraseologyTranscript: Click Herehttps://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vQsPt2qZtfa5tGVFxf3y_dUh2KzLxJD-lgMOTGn7D3CqoapS_b3ct1gUb-amxZfAsdTgUEdNz-3v8UN/pubArticles and books we referenced for this episode:Is It Racist To 'Call A Spade A Spade'_ _ Code Switch _ NPR, Sep 23, 2013The Racial History Of The 'Grandfather Clause' _ Code Switch _ NPR, Oct 23, 2013'Bite the bullet' - the meaning and origin of this phraseThe Secret History of _Eeny Meeny Miny Mo_, Apr 16, 2015'Break the ice' - the meaning and...2018-07-1935 min
BiCurean1.07 He is Having a BabyCorrection: Aicila referred to Scott Barker as the subject of the Guardian Article and it is Jason Barker the story is about. Sources and articles we referenced: Gender Binary Wikipedia When Did Girls Start Wearing Pink_ _ Arts & Culture _ Smithsonian April 7, 2011 The story of one man’s pregnancy_ ‘It felt joyous, amazing and brilliant’ _ Life and style _ The Guardian Mar 22, 2018BiCurean Moment: Eugenia BoneNew Orleans Thanksgiving Racetrack ★ Support this podcast ★ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2018-05-1027 min
BiCurean1.05 Hopefully YoursAccording to Merriam Webster, hope is an optimistic state of mind that is based on an expectation of positive outcomes with respect to events and circumstances in one's life or the world at large.Correction: Aicila said about 20% of the population voted in the 2016 election, it was actually closer to 36% of the population, 54% of eligible voters. “Those who face gun violence on a level that we have only just glimpsed from our gated communities have never had their voices heard in their entire lives the way that we have in these few weeks alone,” González tweeted. She co...2018-04-1234 min
BiCurean1.02 Philandering FeministFor your reference- articles and books we drew from for our podcast:Every Day Feminism Sex PositivityWashington Post Morning MixKai Cole's Article on the WrapPsychological Distress from CheatingWikipedia Joss Whedon Feminism2017 March Vanity Fair Whedon Woke2015 April The Guardian Joss Whedon Criticizes Jurassic Park2017 06 The Atlantic How Buffy Came to Symbolize 3rd Wave FeminismJoss Whedon Equality Now Speech YOU TUBEDefinition of Feminism Merriam Webster2017 12 New Yorker In Defense of AdulteryEsther Perel Ted Talk Rethinking Infidelity2017 09 New York Times Male Feminists Joss WhedonAnd our BiCurean moments reference these topics:Insurance https://qz.com/1192731/amazons-push-into-healthcare-just-cost-the-industry-30-billion-in-market-cap/ Black...2018-02-2626 min
BiCurean1.01 Meet BiCureanMeet BiCurean is Aicila and Erik's first episode in which they talk about what BiCurean is and why they are doing this. ★ Support this podcast ★ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2018-02-1525 min